The world is currently undergoing a significant shift towards a sustainable energy future. The rapid growth of renewable energy, coupled with advancements in information technologies for electricity trade and management, and the emergence of competitive electricity markets, is driving unprecedented changes in the choice of electricity generation. This transformative period presents numerous opportunities for individuals and companies who comprehend the drivers and dynamics behind these changes. By understanding the reasons and mechanisms driving the energy markets, and by innovating new solutions and approaches to meet energy-related demands, these entities can seize the potential for success. On the other hand, those who fail to keep pace with this transition may be left behind.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this renewable energy and sustainability Training Course, the participants will be able to:

Assess why the energy system is changing, and what it means for you and your organization
Quantitatively evaluate sustainable energy options including renewables, energy efficiency, and electrification
Explain how information technologies are transforming the electricity system
Analyze how policies such as auctions and energy targets can be leveraged for success
Assess and interpret trends and forecasts that tell us about the future of energy
Predict where the energy-related opportunities lie, and know how to take advantage of them

Who Should Attend?

Renewable energy and sustainability Training Course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

Those new to the energy industry, seeking a thorough understanding of renewable energy and sustainability
Those in traditional energy firms, need to understand better what the energy transition means for their firm
Those in the renewable and sustainable energy field, seeking market and technology intelligence on the latest happenings in the field
Government and public sector professionals with responsibilities related to renewable and sustainable energy
Advocates and civil society members, in pursuit of knowledge they can use to build a sustainable energy system for the future generation

Course Outlines:

ENERGY FUNDAMENTALS

Energy Problems and Solutions
World Energy Overview
Energy Fundamentals Review
Country-Specific Energy Overviews
Electricity Fundamentals
Electricity Industry Structure

RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND TRENDS

Renewable Energy (RE) Basics
Renewable Energy (RE) Myths and Challenges
Renewable Energy (RE) Technologies
Economic Analysis of Renewable Energy (RE)
Renewable Energy (RE) Forecasts and Scenarios

DISTRIBUTED RENEWABLES AND GRID INTEGRATION

Distributed Systems and Microgrids
Rooftop Photovoltaics (PV) Technologies and Trends
Rooftop Photovoltaics (PV) Case Study Analysis
Grid Integration: Problem and Solutions
Storage Technologies and Trends
Hybrid Power Plants

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (SMART GRID) AND ENERGY POLICY

Electrification Trends and Implications
Electric Vehicles as Distributed Storage
Demand Response (DR)
Energy Policy Levers and Tools
Auctions
Feed-in Tariffs and Net Metering

ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FUTURES

Energy Efficiency Overview and Technologies
Megawatts: Theory and Practice
Energy Efficiency - Business Models and Case Studies
Elements of a Sustainable Energy Future
Data Sources and Analysis Tools

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